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Baycrest Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale eco-certified motel near Lake Taupo

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Baycrest Lodge

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BBQ/picnic area
Aerial view
Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite | Private kitchen
Family Suite | Bathroom

Overview of Baycrest Lodge

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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Your area essentials

Map
79 Mere Rd, Taupo, 3330
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs2 min drive
  • Popular LocationA.C. Baths4 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationHuka Falls10 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Balcony view

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Living area

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 58 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Murphy Bed

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Family Room with Balcony

Family Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 59 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, Hot Tub

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Murphy Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Taupo

At Baycrest Lodge you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and Taupo Hot Springs. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and express check-in. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Taupo motel include A.C. Baths and Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive
  • Huka Falls - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Dixie Brown's - 2 min drive
  • Master of India - 3 min drive
  • Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 7 min walk
  • Finn Maccuhal's Irish Pub - 3 min drive

About this property

Baycrest Lodge

Upscale eco-certified motel near Lake Taupo
Baycrest Lodge offers its guests hot springs and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this motel measures 624 square feet (58 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a BBQ, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified Baycrest Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 624 sq ft of conference space
  • 58 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Baycrest Lodge offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

There are 8 hot springs open between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 8 hot springs
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • 624 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 8 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 50 ºC

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 1998
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 50-inch Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges NZD 4.00 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 4.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
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National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Motel property has been rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Baycrest Lodge
Baycrest Lodge Taupo
Baycrest Taupo
Flag Hotel Baycrest
Baycrest Lodge Motel
Baycrest Lodge Taupo
Baycrest Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Baycrest Lodge?

Baycrest Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Baycrest Lodge?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baycrest Lodge on 19 May 2024 start from NZ$289.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Baycrest Lodge?

Yep, Baycrest Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Baycrest Lodge have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Baycrest Lodge has a heated pool and a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Baycrest Lodge?

No, Baycrest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Baycrest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Baycrest Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Baycrest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 671 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 671 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 671 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 671 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 671 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at Baycrest - it’s quiet, clean, has amazing showers and pillows and has everything you need for a relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amberley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the warm pool, spacious and clean family room, great location to waterfront. We would definitely stay again. Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had a view of the lake, easy walk to the beach. Enjoyed the geothermal tub on the back patio.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A stunning property with amazing facilities. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accomodating and a lovely motel, it’s very quiet , clean , with great views from upstairs. Only a 2 minute walk to the lake front. Thanks to the hosts who are lovely and made it an enjoyable stay. Highly recommend this motel to all 😀😀😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024